Council Speaker - City of Matlosana

Mrs S Mondlane-Ngwenya

Council Speaker, City of Matlosana

Mrs S Mondlane-Ngwenya serves as the Council Speaker for the City of Matlosana Local Municipality. With over 12 years of experience in local government, she brings extensive knowledge of legislative procedures and governance to her role as the chairperson of the municipal council.

Presides at meetings of the Council. Maintain order during meetings and ensure that meetings are conducted in accordance with the rules of order of the Council.

The council chamber is a place of robust debate and democratic decision-making. My role is to ensure that all voices are heard, proper procedures are followed, and that the interests of our communities remain at the heart of every deliberation.

12+

Years in Local Government

Council Meetings Presided

Councillors Represented

Role of the Council Speaker

Understanding the responsibilities and functions of the Speaker in the municipal council

The Speaker of the Municipal Council is a key figure in local government, responsible for chairing council meetings and ensuring the efficient functioning of the council as the legislative arm of the municipality. The position of Speaker was established to separate the legislative and executive functions within local government, enhancing checks and balances.

Key Responsibilities of the Council Speaker:

Preside over meetings of the municipal council and ensure compliance with the council's rules and orders
Maintain order during council meetings and enforce the Code of Conduct for councillors
Ensure that council meetings are conducted in accordance with the Municipal Structures Act and other applicable legislation
Allocate time for debate on matters before the council
Protect the rights of all councillors and ensure that minority parties have adequate opportunity to participate in the proceedings
Ensure public participation in the legislative process of the council
Act as custodian of the council's integrity and defend its autonomy
Coordinate the work of council committees and ensure integration of their activities
Implement the system of delegations of the council

The Speaker must be politically impartial when chairing council meetings, ensuring fair treatment of all political parties and interests represented in the council. This facilitates open and democratic debate, leading to decisions that serve the best interests of the community.

In the City of Matlosana, Speaker Phiri has implemented various reforms to enhance transparency in council proceedings, including improved public access to council meetings and the modernization of record-keeping systems for council decisions.

Mrs S Mondlane-Ngwenya

Council Speaker

Council Procedures

Information about how the municipal council operates under the guidance of the Speaker

Council Meetings

The council meets monthly to consider reports from the executive, pass by-laws, approve policies, and make decisions affecting the municipality. All meetings are presided over by the Speaker.

Council Agenda

Council agendas are prepared under the Speaker's direction and distributed to all councillors before meetings. The public can view approved agendas on the municipal website.

Public Participation

The Speaker oversees public participation processes, ensuring community input in council decisions. This includes public hearings, community forums, and other engagement mechanisms.

Contact the Speaker's Office

Send a Message

Speaker's Office Contact Information

Office Address

Civic Centre, OR Tambo Street
Klerksdorp, 2570
North West Province, South Africa

Phone Numbers

Office: 018 464 2130
Secretary: 018 464 2132

Email Addresses

speaker@matlosana.gov.za
councilspeaker@klerksdorp.org

Office Hours

Monday to Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Public Appointments: By arrangement only